Operations
Takeoff weight
TOW
At a glance
Meaning of Takeoff weight
The aircraft's total mass at the start of takeoff, including people, cargo and fuel.
More about Takeoff weight
Actual takeoff mass is checked against both structural and flight-specific performance limits.
The permitted maximum for a particular departure can depend on runway length, weather, obstacles and aircraft condition. It can be lower than the aircraft's structural maximum.